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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 6
49ers in Melbourne: Rams' plan to avoid San Francisco fans could backfire
The NFL seemingly took away a significant advantage for the San Francisco 49ers by scheduling head coach Kyle Shanahan's team to face the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, in Week 1.
Kyle Shanahan News / Pro Football Rumors / September 6
NFL Staff Rumors: Shanahan, Giants, Revis
When the 49ers opened training camp, they did so without Kyle Shanahan performing his usual full duties as head coach. The 46-year-old skipper had been involved in a car accident, suffering a concussion, broken ribs, a broken nose, and a broken hand.
Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6
Kyle Shanahan had great way of dodging question about 49ers’ injuries
Kyle Shanahan is officially back to cracking jokes as the NFL season draws closer. The San Francisco 49ers head coach spoke to reporters on Sunday night ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.
The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz
Can you name the last time every NFL team selected a signal-caller in the first round of the NFL Draft?
Sam Okuayinonu News / 49ers Webzone / September 6
49ers Notebook: Sam Okuayinonu injury revealed; Captains announced in Melbourne; Adjusting to time change
The San Francisco 49ers recently placed defensive end Sam Okuayinonu on injured reserve after ruling him out for their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 6
5 Biggest Questions Facing 49ers Defense in 2026
Now that the San Francisco 49ers season is about to start, what are some of the biggest questions facing the 49ers defense before Week 1? Nick Bosa is coming back from an ACL injury.
George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 6
49ers find TE depth amid George Kittle injury concerns
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing to face the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, September 10 with a roster that has faced some challenges recently. Tight end George Kittle made the trip to Melbourne, Australia for the game and has practiced with the intention of playing despite lingering concerns from a torn Achilles suffered in January.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 6
NFL exec says 49ers are average in a lot spots: 'There is something missing with that group'
The San Francisco 49ers have plenty of star power. That isn't really up for debate. Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, and Fred Warner are among the biggest names in the NFL.
Brayden Willis News / 49ers Webzone / September 6
49ers sign TE Brayden Willis to practice squad
The San Francisco 49ers announced on Sunday that they have signed tight end Brayden Willis to their practice squad a day after waiving him to make room for long snapper Jon Weeks on the 53-man roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 6
5 Biggest Questions Facing 49ers Offense in 2026
With the San Francisco 49ers season about to kick off, what are the biggest questions on the offensive side of the ball? If Brock Purdy is healthy and playing well, and second-year quarterback Kurtis Rourke is healthy and looks good in practice, Mac Jones will be expendable.
San Francisco 49ers News / The Spun / September 6
Michael Irvin Is Publicly Defending 49ers Owner Jed York
Legendary NFL star Michael Irvin is publicly defending the actions of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York. York was arrested on suspicion of prostitution in Ohio last month.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / September 6
The 49ers Still Don’t Know Who’s Blocking Aaron Donald
The San Francisco 49ers flew halfway around the world with a familiar problem and a new name attached to it. They still have not named a starting left guard.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 6
5 Bold Predictions for 49ers’ 2026 Season
As the San Francisco 49ers prepare for the start of the 2026 regular season, what are some bold predictions that could end up coming true this year? Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling will likely start the year third or even fourth on the depth chart.
George Kittle News / EssentiallySports / September 6
George Kittle Forced to Respond as 49ers Players Face Unexpected Backlash in Australia
The San Francisco 49ers‘ first trip to Australia was always going to attract attention, but not for the reasons the team expected. As the team settled into Melbourne ahead of a historic season opener, their attempts to embrace the local culture became a talking point, with star receiver George Kittle doing damage control.
Sam Okuayinonu News / Field Level Media / September 6
49ers place DT Sam Okuayinonu (foot) on IR
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Sam Okuayinonu will sit out more than just the team's season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday in Australia.
Kyle Shanahan News / EssentiallySports / September 6
'I Can Do a Way Better Job': Ex-49ers Star Rips Kyle Shanahan’s Players Over Glaring Roster Problem
As the San Francisco 49ers gear up for their tenth NFL season under head coach Kyle Shanahan, three-time Pro Bowler Donte Whitner isn’t holding back on what he sees as a concern on his former team’s final roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 6
Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy Won Big Despite the 49ers' Injury Nightmare
Almost every year, it seems like the San Francisco 49ers cannot stay healthy enough. That was especially true during the last two seasons, when they suffered through a gnarly rash of injuries.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 6
49ers DE Nick Bosa, TE George Kittle On Track To Play In Week 1
The Week 1 availability of defensive end Nick Bosa and tight end George Kittle has been a key on-field storyline for the 49ers this offseason, as they will want all hands on deck in their season opener against the division-rival Rams.
John Lynch News / Athlon Sports / September 6
49ers GM John Lynch on What Could Lead to the Team Making a Midseason Trade
While most expect the San Francisco 49ers to at least compete for a playoff spot this season, there is also some real concern about their ability to go beyond that and make some real noise in the postseason.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 5
Mac Jones leads list of potential Browns QB trade targets
Following one of the most underwhelming quarterback competitions in recent NFL history, Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken chose Deshaun Watson to be his QB1. But have the Browns finished looking?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4
Former Aaron Donald teammate makes prediction for Rams' Week 1 game; Sean McVay shares update
As NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport shared, whether or not Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive lineman Aaron Donald will play in his club's regular-season opener versus the rival San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia, on Sept.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4
Three-time Super Bowl champion rips NFL's 'greed' after worrisome CTE study
While it's certainly no secret that current and former NFL players are dealing with/have suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, commonly known
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 4
49ers' Brock Purdy may have found a goldmine in new teammate
The San Francisco 49ers are coming up on a big season. They're a talented team, but what's hard is that they're competing in an equally talented division: the NFC West.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 3
49ers' Nick Bosa addresses Week 1 status after taking massive step in recovery
Shortly after it was revealed on Wednesday that San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and star pass-rusher Nick Bosa would be traveling with the team for its Week 1 game versus the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, Bosa participated in a full practice for the first time since he suffered an ACL tear.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 2
Richard Sherman has two concerns about 49ers' NFC West chances
Sherman highlighted two issues that might cost Kyle Shanahan's team this season.
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